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Source: United Nations – United Nations –
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October 30, 2025 Peace and security
"Nuclear testing must not be allowed under any circumstances," UN Deputy Spokesperson Farhan Haq said Thursday, commenting at a journalist's request on US President Donald Trump's announcement of his intention to resume nuclear testing for the first time in decades.
"The Secretary-General has repeatedly stated that current nuclear risks are already extremely high, and any actions that could lead to miscalculation or escalation with catastrophic consequences must be ruled out," the UN representative emphasized.
Citing the head of the United Nations, he said it was necessary to remember the devastating consequences of more than 2,000 nuclear tests conducted over the past 80 years.
"Nuclear testing must not be allowed under any circumstances," Haq added, referring to the United Nations position.
The Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty was adopted by the General Assembly on September 10, 1996, and opened for signature by all states on September 24, 1996. It has not yet entered into force, as it has not been ratified by all states listed in Annex 2 of the treaty. Among those that have not ratified the Treaty are Russia and the United States.
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